The slopeside Country Inn is a good family pick ($389, double occupancy, with two lift tickets; 800-882-8859). Also by the lifts, The Bentley Brook's villas sleep up to eight (from $225, double occupancy; 413-738-8600). Call the Berkshires Visitor's Bureau, 800-237-5747, for info.

DINING

The pancake breakfast at Ioka Valley Farm is a kid-magnet. For comfort food, try Powder Hounds on Brodie Mountain Road or reserve a table at Williamstown's Mezze (413-458-0123) for a night of fine dining.

GETTING THERE

From New York City: Taconic Pkwy. north to Route 295 east to Route 22 north to Route 43 east. Make a right on Brodie Mountain Road. From Boston: Mass Pike to Route 22 north to Route 43 east to Brodie Mountain Road. 413-738-5500; jiminypeak.com. Snow report: 800-882-8859.